Medical Officer (Medical Doctor - Wits Rhi)

Findojobs South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A clinical research organization is seeking a qualified individual to manage clinical trials. Responsibilities include recruiting participants, conducting assessments, and ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines. The ideal candidate will have a medical degree, registration with the HPCSA, and a minimum of 3 years’ experience, including in research. A strong focus on cultural competence is essential as the role involves working with diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience, 1 year in research.
• Health Professions Council Registration.
• Experience with donor-funded organizations.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and manage clinical trial participants.
• Conduct clinical assessments and treatments.
• Data collection and compliance with protocols.

Skills

Clinical management

Data collection

Team collaboration

Cultural competence

Diagnosis and treatment

Research skills

Education

MBBCh Degree or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Main purpose of the job :

• To recruit, screen and provide clinical management to participants in clinical trials according to study protocols

Location :

Wits RHI -7 Esselen Street, Hillbrow, Research Centre. On the 3rd,4th, and 5th Floor

Key performance areas :

Clinical assessment, treatment and / or referral of participants who participate in the study

Participate in routine assessment of participants in accordance with the protocols

Initiate, maintain and strengthen referral systems via direct interaction and assist in the establishment of Memorandums of understanding (MOUs) as required by the study protocol / s

Conduct regular liaison with the laboratory regarding the interpretation of diagnostic test results. It is the responsibility of the clinician to ensure that an appropriate management plan is followed as a result of receiving diagnostic test results

Management of Hepatitis B vaccinations of Research Centre Staff and maintain accurate records

Screen and enrol eligible patients in accordance with study protocol and ethical guidelines

Demonstrate cultural competence and the ability to work respectfully and effectively with LGBTQIA+ and Gender-diverse populations

Review patient vitals and other study-related results

Treat opportunistic infections diagnosed

Prescribe the appropriate treatment

Report any adverse events and follow-up on patients

Conduct regular emergency trolley inventory, order / replace expired consumables

Provide regular clinical support to the clinic staff to ensure that clinical management of participants is of a high quality and complies with HPCSA and WITS RHI standards

Data collection and storage of data according to GCP and study SOPâs

Recruitment and retention according to set accrual targets as required by the sponsors

Development and ongoing revision of standard operating procedures compliant with sponsor and unit guidelines

Identify research questions in specialist area

Write grant proposals, protocols and ethics applications to fund and perform research studies

Implement research studies in conjunction with the research teams

Attend, present and participate in organisational research and academic meetings

Produce monthly progress reports which document clinical outcomes of study participants

Complete source notes and patient logs

Capture patient data on the Case Report Forms (CRF)

Attend meetings as required

Engage and meet with Sponsors and Monitors as required

Attend to all staffing requirements and administration

Supervise and manage the duties of subordinates to ensure optimal staff utilisation and maintenance of sound labour relations

Perform and facilitate performance development and assessments

Identify substandard performance by team members and take necessary corrective action

Coach and train subordinates and team members to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by the organisation

Promote harmony, teamwork and sharing of information

Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrate effective self-management

Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained

Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback

Take ownership for driving own career development by participating in ongoing training and development activities such as workshops, forums, conferences etc.

Participate and give input in ad hoc projects and initiatives

Comply with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Protocol requirements and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Verify accuracy of data in source documentation and accuracy of transcription from source data Case Report Forms (CRF) as needed

Use Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems in real-time capture collected data

Ensure errors on source documents e.g. CRFâs are corrected, initialled and dated

Ensure completion of corrective action of internal and external QC reports and monitoring reviews

Assist with staff training (and retraining) where error trends are identified

Proactively resolve protocol queries and missing data with the Research Team

Required minimum education and training :

MBBCh Degree or Equivalent

Professional Body Registration :

Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)

Required minimum work experience :

Minimum 3 years of experience of which 1 year should be in a research environment

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities :

Experience working in a donor funded organization

Post graduate qualification in Public Health / HIV management or in the process of obtaining qualification

Experience in Reproductive Health

Experience in writing donor proposals, protocols and scientific journals

Certification in HIV Management and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

Well organized, ordered, systematic and analytical

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Assertive, confident and adaptable

Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines

Self-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary team

Display a concern for patients and willingness to respond to patientsâ needs and requirements

Able to priorities own workload, take initiative (proactive) and work to tight deadlines

Self-motivated with a high regard for work ethic, values and integrity

Demands of the job :

National and international travel and overtime may be required from time to time required to be contactable at all times, when at work

Working in under-resourced and / or unpleasant circumstances

May be required to conduct clinical trial rounds to visit patients if admitted to hospital

Work with participants from all walks of life, all ages including those who are HIV positive, ill and emotional because of the HIV disease

Confidentiality, tact and discretion must be always maintained

TO APPLY :

Only if you meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV

Please Apply Online and complete your registration via our website to enable and protect you as a candidate, and to accept the new POPIA terms and conditions

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However, you may remove your profile from AJ PERSONNEL when you are no longer in the job market

Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position

Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates

Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful

Closing date : 24 July 2025

Note : No CV will be accepted after the closing date

Please note :

WHC, in accordance with its Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto

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AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position